Here are some websites recommended by the Faculty of Applied Linguistics to help students enhance their English skills outside of class hours:
- Vocabulary: BBC Learning English – Vocabulary
- Website: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/vocabulary
- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/bbclearningenglish
- This resource offers various lessons on vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, etc., suitable for improving English communication skills and preparing for exams like TOEIC, IELTS, etc.
- Reading: Into the Book
- Website: https://reading.ecb.org/student/entry.html
- This platform provides online reading practice with customizable learning methods such as visualizing, summarizing, inferring, making connections, etc., accompanied by audio for each text.
- Listening: American Stories for English Learners
- Website: http://www.manythings.org/voa/stories/
- This website offers a collection of 57 stories by renowned authors like O. Henry, Mark Twain, Edgar Allan Poe, etc., along with audio and transcripts to improve listening skills.
- Grammar: EnglishGrammar
- Website: https://www.englishgrammar.org/
- This is considered one of the best free online English grammar learning websites, providing comprehensive resources and exercises suitable for learners at all levels.
- Writing: WriteandImprove
- Website: https://writeandimprove.com/
- Developed by Cambridge, this platform offers writing correction services with instant feedback and suggestions for improvement, covering various topics and levels.
- Speaking: TalkEnglish
- Website: https://www.talkenglish.com/
- TalkEnglish focuses on supporting learners in improving their speaking skills through lessons, listening practice, vocabulary, and idioms, presented in a clear and understandable manner.
- Speaking English Lessons
- English Listening Lessons
- Extra English Lessons
- A few other “Extras”
These websites cover a wide range of English language skills and provide valuable resources for self-study and practice.
